Chasm
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Physical Landscape
Often used to describe dramatic natural land features. The mountain trek included crossing a precarious chasm.
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Metaphoric Use
Can also symbolize emotional or philosophical separation in literature or discussions. Their disagreement created a chasm in their friendship.
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Intensity
Suggests a very large and often intimidating or insurmountable gap. The chasm below was a dark void, intimidating the hikers.